By Kimberly Cauvel — When the COVID-19 pandemic emerged, Michael Shepard’s routine changed. He began teaching his Western Washington University … More
Tag: Port of Bellingham
No Whatcom vote this November on increase in Port commission members
By Mike Sato — Port of Bellingham commissioners took no action at their July 14 meeting on allowing Whatcom County voters to … More
Port, County race to bridge Whatcom’s digital divide
By Mike Sato — The COVID-19 shutdown of businesses and schools revealed a stark digital divide as many local businesses … More
Government for the people: solidarity rally, Cornwall landfill, Cherry Point occupy local officials during the week ending June 12
By Mike Sato — Bellingham City Council Solidarity rally: City officials praised organizers and participants of Bellingham’s Peaceful Solidarity Rally … More
Government for the people: Whatcom, Bellingham and Port of Bellingham news for the week of May 29
By Mike Sato — Economic recovery, a shrinking budget and the Cherry Point fossil-fuel shipping moratorium were among topics discussed … More
In-person comment is out, for now: local governments adapt to life under COVID
By Stella Harvey — City and county councils and commissions across Washington state are finding new ways to conduct their … More
Downtown Bellingham waterfront site sprouts new signs of life
By John Stark — After almost 20 years of frustration and stagnation, the first tender shoots of redevelopment have appeared … More